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By Jenn on February 7, 2012
So You Want to Write a Children’s Book: An Insider’s Handbook for Children’s Writers and Illustrators Who Want to Get Published By Peter Carver Ever wanted to write or illustrate a children’s book and have no idea where to begin or where to seek publication? This handbook for new and aspiring children’s authors and […]
By Jenn on February 2, 2012
In honour of Black History Month, the Education Library would like to feature the Historica-Dominion Institute’s online Black History in Canada Education Guide: A Message to Teachers The largest independent organization dedicated to Canadian history, identity and citizenship, The Historica-Dominion Institute is committed to bringing the stories and experiences of Canada into the classroom. This innovative […]
By Jenn on January 30, 2012
January 15, 2012 – by Chris Kennedy – Author of cultureofyes blog I have used the above slide in a number of presentations to make the point that British Columbia is leading Canada (perhaps even the world) in the professional use of social media in K-12 education. I freely admit I don’t have the statistics to back up the claim – there are simply more teachers, […]
By Jenn on January 27, 2012
Achieving Aboriginal student success : a guide for K to 8 classrooms by Pamela Rose Toulouse. Achieving Aboriginal Student Success presents goals and strategies needed to support Aboriginal learners in the classroom. This book is for all teachers of kindergarten to grade 8 who have Aboriginal students in their classrooms or who are looking for […]
By Jenn on January 24, 2012
Innovative Media for the Classroom and Communities Use diverse educational tools to enhance learning: Our trusted, high-calibre content includes exciting web-based learning platforms and teaching guides probing topics such as environmental studies, citizen media and Aboriginal culture. Teaching Guides A good study guide can bring a film to life within a classroom setting. Guides are available […]
By Jenn on January 20, 2012
Information Literacy and Information Skills Instruction: Applying Research to Practice in the 21st Century School Library, Third Edition This book provides a comprehensive review of the current research relating to the teaching of library and information literacy skills as part of effective school library media center programming. What are the current best practices for information […]
By Jenn on January 17, 2012
Use DataBC to search data and make informed decisions, inspire change or develop ideas that will improve government policies. DataBC isn’t just data – it’s access to data that drives our province forward. The data is here for you – to answer questions, to improve decision making or to help build government services that matter […]
By Jenn on January 16, 2012
The Vancouver Sun January 2, 2012. 3:01 pm • Section: Report Card, STAFF My picks for the top newsmakers in B.C. education 2011: 1. George Abbott. Re-appointed education minister in March, Abbott received a surprisingly warm reception from all stakeholder groups, including the BCTF. But relations with the union have cooled since then as a result […]
By Jenn on January 16, 2012
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2011 Imagine a world where anyone can instantly access all of the world’s scholarly knowledge – as profound a change as the invention of the printing press. Technically, this is within reach. All that is needed is a little imagination, to reconsider the economics of scholarly communications from a poetic viewpoint. Highlights […]
By Jenn on January 12, 2012
5:00 PM 01/10/2012 DELTA – A feast was held today to celebrate the signing of a second Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreement (AEEA) for Delta, with partners committing to support Aboriginal student success and bring a greater awareness of Aboriginal culture and history to all students. Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreements are a commitment by school districts, […]